On this blog, we write about the teachings and spiritual life of the Orthodox Church. We also write about the Church’s response to controversial issues, like abortion and divorce. Not sure where to start? Start with the Church’s teachings or check out our Ultimate Guide to Etiquette in Orthodox Churches.
Getting through the forty day fasting period leading up to the birth of Christ (Christmas) can seem almost impossible when you have kids!
“Husbands, love your wives.” In an Orthodox Christian marriage, the husband undeniably has a more demanding obligation than his wife.
Unfortunately, many Orthodox Christians wear the prayer rope without truly understanding its origins and its purpose.
“Submit” has become a dirty word these days. What does biblical submission actually look like between Christian husbands and wives?
Prayer is an integral part of our spiritual lives as Orthodox Christians. How can we teach our children (and ourselves) to pray properly?
In this post, we teach you how to make Orthodox kolyva, or memorial wheat. This wheat is eaten after memorial services for the dead.
In this guide, we teach you everything you need to know about preparing Prosphora, or holy bread, for an Eastern Orthodox Divine Liturgy.
Are Heaven and Hell truly physical places? Or is there a deeper spiritual dimension to the concept of salvation and damnation that Western Christianity ignores?
In this post, we explore the Orthodox Church’s teachings on angels and explain the role they play in heaven and on earth.
In this post, we explain the Orthodox perspective on organ donation by exploring Scripture, the writings of the early Fathers, and contemporary theology.
Orthodox Christians hold incredible respect for clergy. In this post, we explain the proper way to greet an Orthodox priest or bishop.
Delve into the theological differences between Orthodox and Roman Catholic teachings on purgatory.
Can Orthodox Christians use tarot cards? Discover the insights on tarot and its compatibility with Eastern Orthodox views on spirituality.
If God is knows all things, do we really have free will? In this post, we explore the early Church’s teachings about free will and choice.
Learn about what is sexually appropriate in an orthodox marriage and how to cherish and sanctify marital intimacy.
Many Orthodox Christians often wonder what the boundaries are when it comes to celebrating Halloween. Is it okay for us to participate?
Can Orthodox Christians serve in the military while simultaneously upholding their faith? Is military service opposed to the Christian life?
Learn the difference between a heterodox Christian and a heretic, from the perspective of the Eastern Orthodox Church.
Explore this edifying collection of prayer tips for stay-at-home moms. Cultivate faith and a Christ-centered atmosphere in your home.
Learn why the Orthodox Church rejects witchcraft as a demonic, spiritually harmful practice.
***If you would like to offer prayers for living and departed, please submit two separate requests: one for the living and one for the departed.
